Ying Gao
Hometown: Beijing, China
Current City of Residence: Whistler, B.C.
Occupation/Profession: Executive Chef, Araxi Restaurant + Oyster Bar
Born in Beijing, China, Ying Gao grew up in her family’s restaurant where her love for cooking was fostered by her grandmother. In 2010, Ying moved to Ottawa, Canada to refine her skills in the kitchens of Restaurant E18hteen, Sidedoor Kitchen, and North & Navy. She continued her culinary career in Vancouver at the acclaimed Blue Water Café before helping to launch Elisa Steak as a Sous Chef. In 2022, Ying served as the Executive Chef at Riley’s Fish and Steak where her leadership helped the restaurant earn Michelin Guide recommendations for 2022 and 2023.Read More
Hometown: Beijing, China
Current City of Residence: Whistler, B.C.
Occupation/Profession: Executive Chef, Araxi Restaurant + Oyster Bar
Born in Beijing, China, Ying Gao grew up in her family’s restaurant where her love for cooking was fostered by her grandmother. In 2010, Ying moved to Ottawa, Canada to refine her skills in the kitchens of Restaurant E18hteen, Sidedoor Kitchen, and North & Navy. She continued her culinary career in Vancouver at the acclaimed Blue Water Café before helping to launch Elisa Steak as a Sous Chef. In 2022, Ying served as the Executive Chef at Riley’s Fish and Steak where her leadership helped the restaurant earn Michelin Guide recommendations for 2022 and 2023. She currently serves as the Executive Chef at Araxi Restaurant + Oyster Bar in Whistler where she specializes in French and Chinese-inspired cuisine utilizing local seasonal fare.
